Lee McDonald is the global head of projects & energy transition and a member of Ashurst's global executive team
Lee has more than 25 years' experience in infrastructure projects.
In particular, Lee has considerable expertise in all aspects of the rail industry, including in respect of infrastructure provision, franchising, rolling stock procurement and regulatory matters. His clients include public sector bodies, funders, rolling stock manufacturers, sponsors and contractors.
Lee has been involved in more than 100 rail projects in Europe, the US, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, successfully completing many public sector procurements.
Lee worked in Ashurst's London office for many years, but since 2012 has been based in Sydney bringing extensive rail sector experience and knowledge of international precedents to the Australian infrastructure team.
Lee is qualified in England & Wales and New South Wales.
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